Funke Akindele Honors Mum’s Posthumous Birthday After Movie Success

Nollywood actress and filmmaker Funke Akindele recently honored her late mother’s 70th posthumous birthday.

Funke, who lost her mother in February 2023, shared a heartfelt tribute on Instagram.

She reflected on how much she missed her mother, who passed away just before the Lagos Governorship election, in which Funke was a running mate to the PDP candidate, Jandor.

In her Instagram post, Funke expressed deep gratitude and love for her mother. She remembered her as a selfless and supportive person who always believed in her dreams, especially her acting career.

Funke recalled how her mother encouraged her to follow her passion for dance and drama, even when she struggled academically. Her mother’s support and belief helped Funke find her true potential.

Funke thanked her mother for the guidance and sacrifices that shaped her into the person she is today.

She promised to continue making her mother proud and expressed her endless love, saying she wished her mother were still here to celebrate this special day.

Funke concluded her tribute by saying her mother’s legacy lives on through her.